American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Orange, California.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 30, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 3 Description American Traveler is hiring an ICU RN for a Float Pool position requiring 2 years of ICU experience and float flexibility between two campuses and multiple units. Details ICU setting within a float pool covering two campuses located 13 miles apart Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM Floating required between Orange and Irvine campuses based on operational need May float to Step-Down, Telemetry, or Med-Surg units out of operational necessity Patient ratio of 1:2-3 Scheduling, including holidays and weekends, is based on operational needs Uses Epic EMR Requirements Active CA RN license required in-hand at time of application (EMSA not accepted) BLS and ACLS certifications required CPI Blue Card from the Crisis Prevention Institute required in-hand for all Float Pool nurses (MAB or online CPI Blue not accepted) NIHSS certification preferred Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required Minimum 1 year of acute care experience required Minimum 1 year of full-time equivalent specialty experience within the past 2 years for specialized units Prior charge nurse experience preferred Teaching hospital experience preferred Trauma Level I and II experience preferred Epic EMR experience required and must be documented in work history Two supervisor references required at time of application Skills in IV therapy, arterial line management, central/PICC line care, blood product administration, and ventilator management required Experience with chest tube insertion/removal, BiPAP/CPAP, and ABG interpretation preferred Experience with CVVHD/CRRT, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, and dysrhythmia management preferred Experience with EVD, ICP monitoring, and post-neurosurgical care preferred Additional Information Float Pool position requiring adaptability to shifting unit assignments and locations Required to read and respond to emails in a timely manner Time off must be pre-approved prior to contract execution and cannot be changed after profile submission No RTO permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment, with a maximum of 7 days preferred per 13-week contract Prior travel experience required; first-time travelers not considered Returning staff must have been gone a minimum of 1 year to be eligible to return as a traveler Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travel candidates Manager interview may or may not be conducted; candidates must be comfortable proceeding without one American Traveler Job ID P-780071. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title: Travel RN - ICU About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.